Velvet Vocoder
pitch correction & harmony
About
This app transforms your device into a real-time vocal studio, offering auto-tune, harmony generation, and vocoder effects. It allows for pitch correction, adding multiple in-key voices, and controlling vocal tuning with a MIDI keyboard.
What's New in Velvet Vocoder
3.4.178
September 8, 2026
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FAQ
What is Velvet Vocoder?
Velvet Vocoder is a real-time vocal studio app that provides auto-tune, harmony generation, and vocoder effects. It turns your iPhone or iPad into a powerful tool for vocal processing and creative sound design.
How does the auto-tune feature work in Velvet Vocoder?
The auto-tune feature in Velvet Vocoder offers real-time pitch correction with adjustable correction amount and speed. You can achieve anything from natural-sounding adjustments to a more pronounced hard-tuned effect.
Can Velvet Vocoder create vocal harmonies?
Yes, Velvet Vocoder can automatically generate up to four in-key voices to stack under your lead vocal. It also features an 'Infinite mode' that replaces the harmony stack with a shimmering harmonic series.
What is Vocode mode in Velvet Vocoder?
Vocode mode allows you to control the vocal tuning live using a MIDI keyboard. Your lead vocal locks to the nearest held note, while other voices become live harmonies, and it also includes a classic vocoder/talkbox synth layer driven by your voice.
Does Velvet Vocoder work as a plugin?
Yes, Velvet Vocoder works standalone and also functions as an Audio Unit (AUv3) plugin. This allows you to integrate it directly into other music production hosts like GarageBand, AUM, and Cubasis.
What devices is Velvet Vocoder compatible with?
Velvet Vocoder is supported on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to leverage the processing power of these Apple devices for real-time audio manipulation.
How often is Velvet Vocoder updated?
Velvet Vocoder was last updated on September 8, 2026, with version 3.4.178. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support from the developer.
Is Velvet Vocoder suitable for beginners?
Velvet Vocoder comes with presets to help users get started, including options for lush choir and modern hard-tune rigs. While it offers advanced features, the presets and intuitive design can make it accessible for beginners exploring vocal effects.
